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French police foil Paris bomb attack outside US bank

French police stopped an apparent bomb attack outside a US bank in Paris early Saturday when they arrested a man about to set off a homemade explosive device, officials and sources close to the case told AFP.

Anti-Trump protests launch on 'No Kings' day in US

Massive protests against President Donald Trump kicked off Saturday across the United States and beyond, as millions of people vent fury over what they see as his authoritarian bent and other forms of cruel, law-trampling governance.

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'So Long a Letter': Angele Diabang's Hollywood-defying Senegalese hit

A crowd streamed out of a major Dakar cinema on a recent Tuesday night after watching Senegal's movie of the summer: a book adaptation with no special effects or Hollywood stars that nonetheless has taken box offices by storm.

London police arrest nine after clashes at 110,000-strong far-right rally

Clashes erupted on Saturday as more than 100,000 people turned out in central London for a rally organised by far-right activist Tommy Robinson, with police arresting nine people after facing "unacceptable violence" trying to control the crowds.

Mourning Nepalis hope protest deaths will bring change

Grieving families of those killed in Nepal's anti-corruption demonstrations say they hope the deaths will not be in vain, as the protesters' choice of interim prime minister took charge Saturday.

Too hot to study, say Italian teachers as school (finally) resumes

Children across Italy are returning to classrooms after a traditional three months off school -- the longest summer holiday in Europe.

New to The Street to Broadcast Episode 686 Tonight on Bloomberg Television at 6:30 PM EST

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / September 13, 2025 / New to The Street, one of America's longest-running financial media television platforms, will air its 686th episode nationwide on Bloomberg Television tonight, Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 6:30 PM EST.

Nigerian chef aims for rice hotpot record

With more than five tonnes of rice, tomato concentrate, cooking oil and onions, Nigerian chef Hilda Baci attempted on Friday to conjure up the biggest rice jollof ever made.

What next for Brazil after Bolsonaro's conviction?

Brazilian ex-president Jair Bolsonaro has been sentenced to 27 years in prison for plotting a coup.

Peruvians live in fear as extortion runs rampant

Extortionists in Peru are becoming ever bolder: executing bus drivers at the wheel and detonating bombs at schools, holding the country in a grip of fear as police struggle to crack down.

Costa Rica arrests four in murder of Nicaraguan exile

Costa Rica police have arrested four suspects in the assassination on its soil of a fierce critic of Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega in June, an official said Friday.

Baby gorilla to return to Nigeria after Istanbul airport rescue

Shinning down a lamp-post, the tiny gorilla almost seems to be laughing as he dodges past his keeper at an Istanbul zoo he's called home since being rescued from traffickers.

ICJ backs France in Equatorial Guinea mansion row

The top UN court on Friday backed France in a long-running dispute with Equatorial Guinea over a multi-million-euro Paris mansion seized during a corruption probe into the country's vice-president.

Afghan deputy PM visits earthquake hit area

Afghanistan's deputy prime minister visited the country's east on Friday, becoming the first member of the Taliban government to do so nearly two weeks after a powerful earthquake killed more than 2,200 people.

Norway sovereign wealth fund drops French miner over environmental fears

Norway's sovereign wealth fund said Friday it was excluding French mining company Eramet from its portfolio, citing risks that the company was contributing to human rights violations and environmental damage at a nickel mine in Indonesia.

South Africa jailbreak fugitive loses bid to block Netflix documentary

A South African court on Friday rejected an attempt to block the release of a Netflix documentary about a man convicted of rape and murder who faked his own death to escape prison.

Scrutiny on Thai zoo grows after lion attack

A Thai zoo has temporarily closed its predator zone after lions mauled a zookeeper to death, wildlife officials said Friday, as scrutiny on the park's animal treatment intensified.

Charlie Kirk's killing: what we know

Charlie Kirk, a right-wing activist and close ally of President Donald Trump, was fatally shot during an event in the western US state of Utah. Authorities had failed to locate the gunman on Thursday, more than 30 hours later.

Investigators plead for public's help in Charlie Kirk killing

Investigators searching for the man who killed right-wing activist Charlie Kirk appealed for the public's help Thursday, with no one in custody more than a day after a murder that has rocked America's fractious politics.

New to The Street Surges to #2 Spot Behind The Wall Street Journal in YouTube Digital Channels for Financial Storytelling

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / September 12, 2025 / New to The Street, the long-running financial media platform, has officially claimed the #2 position on YouTube among financial news and storytelling channels, trailing only The Wall Street Journal. According to the latest industry chart of the "Top 15 YouTube Channels for Public Company Storytelling," New to The Street has surpassed CNBC, FOX Business, Bloomberg Television, Yahoo Finance, Benzinga, and other leading outlets to reach this milestone.

MIRA Pharmaceuticals Shareholders Approve Acquisition of SKNY Pharmaceuticals, Advancing Next-Generation Oral Therapeutic for Obesity and Smoking Cessation

SKNY transaction strengthens MIRA pipeline with SKNY-1, a differentiated oral candidate that has demonstrated up to 30% weight loss and nicotine craving reversal in preclinical studies.

Honoring Innovation, Excellence, and Leadership at the 2025 APEX/IFSA Awards: APEX Honored Aviation's Industry Trailblazers and Visionaries

"What sets the APEX/IFSA Awards apart comes from how our awards program moves beyond recognition; it actively drives excellence across our entire industry," APEX/IFSA Group CEO Dr. Joe Leader stated. "Unlike other award platforms, these honors reflect both the voices of millions of global passengers and the rigorous assessments of independent experts. This powerful combination establishes the APEX/IFSA Awards as the most trusted and impactful distinction in aviation today, one that champions innovation, elevates service, and accelerates the pursuit of a world-class passenger experience."

Brazil's Bolsonaro given 27-year term for coup plotting

Brazil's Supreme Court on Thursday sentenced firebrand ex-president Jair Bolsonaro to 27 years in prison for coup plotting at the end of a landmark trial that divided the nation and drew US fury.

Trump urges peaceful response to Charlie Kirk killing

President Donald Trump urged supporters Thursday to respond peacefully to the killing of right-wing campaigner Charlie Kirk, as the murderer continued to evade a manhunt more than 24 hours after the shooting put an already divided US on edge.

Brazil's Bolsonaro faces prison after coup plotting conviction

Brazil's Supreme Court on Thursday convicted firebrand ex-president Jair Bolsonaro of plotting a coup, sealing his fate with a 4-1 vote that could send him to prison for the rest of his life.

Brazil's Bolsonaro: US-backed firebrand facing future behind bars

As a military man Brazil's ex-president Jair Bolsonaro had a reputation for disobeying orders. As head of state from 2019 to 2022, he thumbed his nose at institutions.

Bird flu outbreak shuts parks in Spain's Andalusia

Two world heritage attractions in Spain's popular tourist region of Andalusia were on Thursday among sites affected by a bird flu outbreak that has seen parks shut and animals slaughtered.

DR Congo survivors of IS-linked massacre say army, govt let them down

Residents of Ntoyo, a village in DR Congo's perennially volatile east, were preparing for a funeral on Monday when a column of armed men emerged from the forest and slaughtered 71 people, burning some of them alive.

Robot dogs, flying cars: five takeaways from the Munich auto show

From "flying cars" to robots and self-driving buses, here are some of the innovations spotted at this week's Munich auto fair, IAA Mobility, one of the world's biggest:

Police hunt shooter who killed Trump ally Charlie Kirk

State police and federal agents were hunting on Thursday for a shooter who killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a university in Utah in an attack that sparked fears of worsening political violence in the United States.

BGSF, Inc. Announces Special Cash Dividend of $2.00 Per Share

PLANO, TX / ACCESS Newswire / September 11, 2025 / BGSF, Inc. (NYSE:BGSF) ("BGSF" or "the Company"), a leading provider of workforce solutions for the specialized property management industry, today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized and declared a special cash dividend of $2.00 per share of the Company's common stock, par value $0.01 ("Common Stock"), payable on September 30, 2025, to the holders of record of all of the issued and outstanding shares of Common Stock as of the close of business on September 23, 2025.

Among Migrating Nurses, Survey Shows High Satisfaction Rates for Those Who Use a Certified Ethical Recruiter

The Alliance, a division of TruMerit (formerly CGFNS International), in 2024 surveyed more than 8,000 foreign-educated health professionals who had used one of its 19 Certified Ethical Recruiters (CERs). Ninety percent of respondents indicated they had an overall positive experience with their recruiter, with 55% reporting it was very positive.

AiOptics: Augmented Perception Breakthrough Combining Electro-Optics and AI to Serve Global Vision Needs

Percept Corporation announces the formation of the AI Optical Consortium (AOC) for major tech/AI and vision companies to join Percept Corporation in solving the problem of the world's lack of access to eye care by using AI.

Interactive Strength Inc. (Nasdaq:TRNR) Updates FAQ's About Increased Guidance to $80M Pro Forma Revenue, Sportstech and TRNR's $50M Digital Asset Treasury

AUSTIN, TX / ACCESS Newswire / September 11, 2025 / Interactive Strength Inc. (NASDAQ:TRNR) ("TRNR" or the "Company"), maker of innovative specialty fitness equipment under the Wattbike, CLMBR and FORME brands and pending acquirer of Sportstech, today announced that it has updated its investor FAQ's on its investor website in response to shareholder questions about its increased guidance, recently announced Sportstech results and upcoming AGM proposals.

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